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Academic Director

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Job Location:

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities:
  • Academic Leadership:

    • Lead the development and implementation of academic programs and policies.

    • Ensure the curriculum meets accreditation standards and institutional goals.

    • Promote innovative teaching and learning practices.

  • Faculty Management:

    • Oversee faculty recruitment development and performance evaluations.

    • Foster a supportive environment that encourages faculty research and professional development.

  • Student Success:

    • Develop and monitor systems that track academic performance and outcomes.

    • Address academic concerns and grievances in collaboration with relevant departments.

  • Strategic Planning & Quality Assurance:

    • Contribute to strategic planning budgeting and resource allocation for academic affairs.

    • Ensure continuous quality improvement through assessment and feedback mechanisms.

  • Collaboration & Communication:

    • Serve as a liaison between academic departments administration and external partners.

    • Represent the institution in academic partnerships accreditation visits and conferences.

Qualifications:
  • Masters degree or PhD in Education or a related field (PhD preferred).

  • Minimum 810 years of experience in academic leadership or faculty roles.

  • Proven track record in academic program development and faculty management.

  • Excellent communication organizational and leadership skills.

  • Familiarity with accreditation processes and educational standards.

Desirable Attributes:
  • Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion in education.

  • Experience with online or hybrid learning platforms.

  • Datadriven decisionmaking skills.

Key Skills

  • Experience Working With Students
  • Presentation Skills
  • Project / Program Management
  • Organizational skills
  • Ellucian
  • Records Management
  • Academic Advising
  • LMS
  • Teaching
  • Program Development
  • Public Speaking
  • Writing Skills